1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2000 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Yaris (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 33 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 963 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 87 L |
